{"product_id":"bosch-6v-silver-ignition-coil-1-5-ohm-epoxy-filled-with-bracket","title":"Bosch 6V Silver Ignition Coil — 1.5 Ohm Epoxy Filled with Bracket | Original 6-Volt Air-Cooled VW \u0026 Vintage European | 00-9408-B","description":"\u003cp\u003eBosch 6-volt silver ignition coil, 1.5 ohm primary resistance, epoxy-filled, supplied with factory-style mounting bracket. The correct ignition coil for original 6-volt air-cooled VWs and other vintage European vehicles still running their factory 6V electrical systems. Part #00-9408-B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy 6V matters for original-spec VWs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVW Beetles were 6-volt from 1949 through the 1966 model year before VW switched to 12-volt for 1967. Many surviving early Beetles, Buses, Karmann Ghias, and Type 3s remain on their original 6V electrical systems — and most restorers prefer to keep them that way rather than convert to 12V, which alters the car's originality and isn't necessary for normal driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRunning a 12V coil on a 6V system produces weak spark and unreliable starting. Running a 6V coil on a 12V system burns out the coil and the points in short order. The two are not interchangeable — match the coil voltage to the vehicle's electrical system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 volts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Epoxy filled (sealed, no orientation restriction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bosch (German OE supplier)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 00-9408-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVW Beetle: 1949–1966 (factory 6V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVW Bus \/ Transporter: 1950–1966 (factory 6V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVW Karmann Ghia: 1956–1966 (factory 6V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVW Type 3: 1962–1966 (factory 6V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Porsche 356, BMW, Mercedes, and other European vehicles running 6V points ignition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill NOT work for:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-volt electrical systems (use a 12V coil, such as the Bosch Blue or Beru Blue). 1967 and later VWs were 12V from the factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs my car 6V or 12V?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n1966 and earlier VWs were 6V from the factory. 1967 and later were 12V. Many early cars have been converted to 12V over the decades — check the battery (a 6V battery is usually marked as such) and the generator (6V generators are physically smaller than 12V alternators).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy epoxy filled instead of oil filled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEpoxy-filled coils can be mounted in any orientation — upright, sideways, or upside down — because there's no liquid to migrate. Some original Bosch 6V coils were oil-filled and required upright mounting; this Bosch Silver replaces both styles and is the more flexible choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this work with Pertronix or electronic ignition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPertronix makes 6V versions of some of their Ignitor modules. Check your specific Pertronix unit's specs. A 1.5 ohm coil is on the lower end for stock 6V points ignition and is generally compatible with most 6V electronic ignition modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the bracket the original factory style?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, the included bracket matches the factory Bosch coil mounting pattern used on air-cooled VWs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I convert to 12V instead?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThat's a separate decision. 12V conversion gives you brighter headlights, easier starting, and compatibility with modern accessories — but it requires replacing the generator, regulator, coil, lights, and any 6V accessories. For a daily-driven restoration, 12V conversion is reasonable. For a numbers-correct restoration, keep it 6V.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44699422949491,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-9408-B-500x380.jpg?v=1775362976","url":"https:\/\/shop.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/bosch-6v-silver-ignition-coil-1-5-ohm-epoxy-filled-with-bracket","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}